151 Sacred Oak Pottery’s Jim and Bonnie Rash create contemporary, functional pottery in their Hendersonville, NC studio, nestled in a forest of oak trees and native rhododendrons along a creek. The meditative studio setting provides inspiration for everything from form and texture to color, inspiring beautiful shades and minimal patterns for the pottery. The work is throw on the wheel by Jim, then trimmed and glazed by Bonnie. The couple delights in working together after careers in the hectic corporate world. sacredoakpottery.com Jim &Bonnie Rash Lucy Dean Reed, a dedicated potter since 16, shapes native clay using traditional Cherokee techniques honed under Annie Driver and Lydia Littlejohn. Passionate about her craft, Dean delights in educating others, from schoolchildren to college students. A multiple first-place winner at Cherokee Fall Festivals, her acclaimed work is exhibited in prestigious spaces like the Smithsonian. Dean creates daily in Painttown, continuously perfecting her artistry. Her work is available at the Qualla Arts Mutual. 828-497-3103 Dean Reed
• Erin Younge - Seagrove, NC • • • Kate Waltman - Seagrove, NC Hamilton Williams -Morganton, NC • Rob Withrow - Brasstown, NC Hamilton Williams, based in Morganton, NC, meticulously crafts functional stoneware, favoring reduction glazes and hand-thrown techniques. Embracing the quietude of his studio, he produces designs integral to patrons' daily lives. Hamilton's journey includes managing a local artisan gallery, yet recent times have rekindled his dedication to evolving his craft, pushing him to explore longawaited concepts in his Downtown Morganton studio. hamiltonwilliams.com 828-438-1595 Hamilton Williams Rob, an Ohio native turned North Carolina folk potter, thrives at Smoke in the Mountain Pottery in Brasstown. Renowned for his colossal, beaming face jugs, Rob's philosophy is that each pot's uniqueness mirrors humanity. A former fisherman, he's dedicated over 15 years to the craft after being inspired by traditional Catawba Valley potters. Beyond creating, he joyfully shares his craft through teaching and community involvement. smokeinthemountainspottery.com 828-835-3506 Rob Withrow Kate Waltman crafts pottery with Piedmont, NC clay, echoing Greek and Minoan forms and Art Deco patterns. A devotee of the natural world since her plein air painting days, she honed her ceramic skills at Wheaton Arts before a BFA from Alfred University led her to open a Seagrove studio. Her work, woodfired and locally sourced, embodies both historical reverence and contemporary flair. thetrianglestudio.com (336) 267-1545 Kate Waltman Michael Sherrill's artistry blends North Carolina folk pottery with his profound connection to nature, crafting "natural narratives" through modified tools and diverse materials. Settling in the Western North Carolina mountains in 1974, Sherrill's self-taught, innovative approach is showcased in his sculptures, featuring regional flora and imaginative species. Founder of Mudtools, his work has been honored with a retrospective at the Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery. Photo courtesy of The Smithsonian. michaelsherrill.com Michael Sherrill
The Rec Dispensary Woman-Owned Since 2019 At Rec Dispensary, we sell a large variety of exceptional products. They include: CBD Delta-8 Delta-9 TincturesGummies Flower/Bud Vapes MuscleRubsWe offer the widest variety of Cannabis products that are all lab tested We also employ some of the most educated cannabis product specialists (we call them bud tenders) that can answer all of your questions and help you choose the right product. Visit our Hickory, NC or Denver, NC stores to make sure you make the right decision for purchasing any cannabis in the area. 283 2nd Ave SE 5730 NC-150 Hickory Denver 1800 Newton Dr Statesville 844-213-6882 therecd.org Clay Virtuosos Erin Younge Erin Younge, a Seagrove-based artist with an MFA from East Carolina University, merges historical reverence and culinary passion in her ceramics. She's managed the NC Pottery Center and directed STARworks' Clay Studio. Erin’s pottery, inspired by seasonal ingredients, complements her sculptures reflecting ninth-century Chinese funerary vessels, honoring rituals and ancestry. She specializes in atmospheric wood or gas kiln-fired pieces. thetrianglestudio.com 336-253-8989 Steve Abee Pottery Sculpting Heritage, Fired with Tradition: 828.640.0197 | SteveAbeePottery.com Where Catawba Valley Craftsmanship Takes Form Making this list was incredibly difficult because our state is brimming with very talented potters. We've tried to give you a list that includes both master potters and up-and-comers. Please remember that for the art of pottery to thrive, there must be a market for pots. It's fun to collect antique pottery, but it's important that we also buy things from potters who are working today. We hope this list will get you started down a road that leads to an incredible pottery collection! Steve Abee Pottery Sculpting Heritage, Fired with Tradition: 828.640.0197 | SteveAbeePottery.com Where Catawba Valley Craftsmanship Takes Form
Capturing North Carolina's extensive pottery heritage in a single issue is impossible due to its vast history and the dynamic mix of contemporary artists. We recommend exploring the numerous books detailing this art form for a deeper understanding. While Amazon offers these books, consider purchasing from local bookstores. Scan the QR code for a comprehensive list of recommended reads as well as purchase links.
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